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In this episode, we're featuring two stories from young people that were developed as part of The Moth Story Lab. If you're interested in participating or know of a young person who might be, just go to themoth.org/education for more information.
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Host: Ana Stern
Storytellers:
Aravah Chaiken learns a lesson about math and life.
Iris Hernandez takes a trip to Puerto Rico.
The Moth Story Lab is a free workshop program for high-school students grades 10-12. If you’re in NYC it’s in person, and if you’re anywhere else in the country, it’s a virtual workshop. For 8 weeks, participants develop, practice, and share their personal narratives, with coaching, games, and a final telling that can be open to friends and family.
Go to themoth.org/education for more information.. The deadline to signup is September 22nd.
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09:21
by Mary Shaughnessy
After receiving a devastating diagnosis, Mary Shaughnessy learns to lean on her community.
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05:00
by Oleeta Fogden
Oleeta Fogden's much anticipated party for her first period does not go as planned.
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10:09
by Sister Laurena Alflen
Sister Laurena discovers a new relationship with her faith by changing a habit.
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06:25
by Adam Bottner
Adam Bottner makes an immaculate connection in an unlikely place.
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10:00
by Bonnie Levison
Bonnie Levison takes a risk and stands tall … and nude.
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The Moth Radio Hour
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In this hour: win, lose or draw! Stories of competition and play. Family pranks, high school Latin, college track, and the need for approval. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
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Joey Garfield is invited to play with the cool kids.
Tod Kelly seeks justice for a decades-old prank.
Romy Negrin and her Latin Club compete in the highest division.
Tahmin Ullah risks her relationship with her mom when she takes up running.
Abhishek Shah hatches a plan to win over his fiancée's family.
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Grown Podcast
Anime. The Jonas Brothers. Twilight. We'll figure out how your passions shape who you are. Abigail Loor shares a story about finding a space in an anime convention and Roger Lam wears his superhero t-shirts with pride. Plus, Fonzo talks One Piece and David Lepelstat goes to the Brooklyn Comic Con.
Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo
Storytellers: Abigail Loor and Roger Lam
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In this hour: win, lose or draw! Stories of competition and play. Family pranks, high school Latin, college track, and the need for approval. This episode is hosted by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Joey Garfield is invited to play with the cool kids.
Tod Kelly seeks justice for a decades-old prank.
Romy Negrin and her Latin Club compete in the highest division.
Tahmin Ullah risks her relationship with her mom when she takes up running.
Abhishek Shah hatches a plan to win over his fiancée's family.
Airdate: 9/1/20
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Grown Podcast
FOMO. Friend fallouts. Feeling like you don't belong. We'll find out what happens when you're on the outside looking in. Moth EDU Storyteller Anaïs Cerina Irizarry Austin listens to some cool music and Hannah Citron understands a squid. Plus, Aleeza and Fonzo talk about the times when they tried to fit in.
Hosted by: Aleeza Kazmi and Fonzo Lacayo
Storytellers: Anaïs Cerina Irizarry Austin and Hannah Citron
Follow Grown on TikTok or Instagram @GrownPod
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The Moth Radio Hour
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This week, a special episode of The Moth Radio Hour—featuring a live Mainstage show from Anchorage, Alaska. Family ties, king salmon, and cheese. Hosted by Jacoby Cochran with additional hosting by Moth Executive Producer, Sarah Austin Jenness. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
On a whim, Lamar Sloss becomes the owner of a cheese shop in Alaska.
Dasha Kelly Hamilton, the Poet Laureate of Wisconsin, moves to Anchorage, undercover.
After the death of her brother, Monica Woo returns to Anchorage.
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12:26
by Dasha Kelly
Dasha Kelly Hamilton, the Poet Laureate of Wisconsin, moves to Anchorage, undercover.
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11:46
by Lamar Sloss
On a whim, Lamar Sloss becomes the owner of a cheese shop in Alaska.
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15:36
by Monica Woo
After the death of her brother, Monica Woo returns to Anchorage.
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In honor of summer vacation, this episode we’re heeding the advice of innumerable super bowl winners and taking a trip to Disney World, with three stories all about the magic kingdom, and the complex emotions that arise when we visit a place of fantasy and forced wonder.
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Host:
Kate Tellers
Storytellers:
Sara Rae Lancaster’s grandfather takes one last trip to Disney World.
Michelle Ephraim takes her parents to Disney’s Haunted Mansion, and learns a little something about them.
Jessi Klein is reluctant to attend her sister's wedding in Disney World.
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The Moth Radio Hour
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In this hour, stories of testing one's own limitations and discovering new wells of strength and resolve. This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Living on the 44th floor, Lucy Danser has to face her fear of elevators.
Albert Fox Cahn finds unexpected motivation to turn his health crisis around.
Quratulain Fatima grows up refusing to take no for an answer.
Tim FitzHigham takes on 10 world record holders.
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The Moth Radio Hour
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The Germans have a word for second-hand embarrassment -- Fremdschämen! This hour may have you blushing on our storytellers' behalves. Wince-worthy moments from the halls of academia to a foreign train station, and a reminder to ALWAYS check who you're emailing before you hit "send." This episode is hosted by Moth Senior Director Meg Bowles. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Marissa sees more of her mother than she'd like at her dissertation defense.
Azhar Bande-Ali creates an embarrassing situation over e-mail.
On his way to a meeting at Warner Bros., Gbenga Akinnagbe ends up stranded on the side of a mountain.
Jo Richards has trouble saying "no."
Wendy Suzuki describes her relationship to her emotions as "a struggle for control."
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